The Father (2000)
During the Derg Period in Ethiopia, artist Alazar provides safety for his politically involved friend Jonas. There is a heavy personal price for Alazar and his wife, Rahel, to pay for his action. Alazar ends up in prison, but is eventually released. This film examines his life and the sudden reasons that lead up to his death.
Director:
Ermias Woldeamlak
Writer:
Manyazewal Endashaw
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Tefferialemu Tsion Kassahun as |
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Abonesh Mengistu as |
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Emebet Woldegabriel as |
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Binyam Worku as |
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Gerum Zenebe as |
| Directing | Ermias Woldeamlak | Director |
| Writing | Manyazewal Endashaw | Screenplay |
| Production | Maji-da Abdi | Producer |
| Production | Richard Green | Executive Producer |
| Sound | Francis Falcelo | Music |
| Crew | Abraham Haile Biru | Cinematography |
| Editing | Avril Beukes | Editor |